2017 Subaru BRZ Problems & Complaints

Better than average74% fewer complaints than a typical year of the BRZ at the same age

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2017 Subaru BRZ with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 74% fewer than a typical BRZ model year at the same age, making the 2017 one of the better BRZ years. The most reported problem area is the air bags (2 complaints, typically around 47,000 miles).

7complaints
0recalls
1crashes
1fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2017 Subaru BRZ problems

  • Other / not specified~15,000 miles
    343%
  • Air bags~47,000 miles
    229%
  • Stability & traction control~1,000 miles
    114%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~40,000 miles
    114%
  • Seats
    114%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    114%
  • Electrical system
    114%

Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Subaru BRZ complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Subaru BRZ. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best BRZ years: 2014, 2017, 2018. Years to avoid: 2013. Compare all years →

2017 Subaru BRZ engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl6-speed automaticRWD24 / 33 / 27
2.0L 4-cyl6-speed manualRWD21 / 29 / 24

EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2017 Subaru BRZ a good car?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 BRZ rates better than average: 74% fewer complaints than a typical year of the BRZ at the same age. It is one of the best BRZ years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Subaru BRZ?

The air bags — 2 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the stability & traction control (1) and fuel & propulsion system (1).

How many recalls does the 2017 Subaru BRZ have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2017 Subaru BRZ. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Subaru BRZ?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2014, 2017 and 2018. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2013. See the full Subaru BRZ years comparison.

At what mileage do 2017 Subaru BRZ problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 40,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.